Toxicity of Protea to Cats: Proteas are flowering plants native to South Africa and Australia. While the flowers and leaves are generally non-toxic to humans, they can be mildly to moderately toxic to cats. Clinical Signs of Protea Ingestion in Cats: Gastrointestinal upset (vomiting, diarrhea) Drooling Abdominal pain Skin irritation What to Do if Your … Read more
If your cat has eaten a small amount of broccoli, it is likely to be fine. Broccoli is not toxic to cats, but it can cause some digestive upset, such as vomiting or diarrhea. If your cat has eaten a large amount of broccoli, or if they are showing any signs of distress, such as … Read more
Phlox is toxic to cats. If your cat has eaten any part of a phlox plant, you should call your veterinarian immediately. Signs of phlox poisoning in cats can include: Vomiting Diarrhea Drooling Tremors Seizures Weakness Paralysis Death Treatment for phlox poisoning in cats will depend on the severity of the symptoms. In some cases, … Read more
Brodiaea is a genus of bulbous flowering plants in the asparagus family, Asparagaceae, native to western North America. Some species of Brodiaea are known to be toxic to cats, and can cause a variety of symptoms, including: Vomiting Diarrhea Abdominal pain Lethargy Depression Tremors Seizures Liver failure Kidney failure Death If you think your cat … Read more
Bredia Hilsta is a brand name for Felodipine, which is a calcium channel blocker used to treat high blood pressure. It is also used to prevent angina (chest pain). Felodipine is toxic to cats and can cause serious health problems, even death. If your cat has eaten Bredia Hilsta, you should contact your veterinarian immediately. … Read more
If your cat ate a small amount of pretzels, it is unlikely to cause any problems. Pretzels are not toxic to cats, but they are high in sodium and fat, so eating too many could lead to digestive upset or weight gain. If your cat ate a large amount of pretzels, or if you are … Read more
What is Plectranthus? Plectranthus, also known as Swedish ivy, is a genus of flowering plants that includes around 350 species. Many species are native to South Africa and are popular houseplants. Toxicity to Cats Most species of Plectranthus are considered non-toxic to cats. However, some species, such as P. argentatus (Silver Shield) and P. madagascariensis … Read more
If your cat ate a “Pulmonaria,” you should contact your veterinarian immediately. Pulmonaria, also known as lungwort, is a genus of flowering plants that contains several species that are toxic to cats. These plants contain pyrrolizidine alkaloids (PAs), which can cause liver damage and other health problems in cats. The symptoms of PA poisoning in … Read more
Symptoms of Plumeria Poisoning in Cats: Vomiting Diarrhea Excessive salivation Pawing at the mouth Difficulty breathing Lethargy Seizures Coma What to Do if Your Cat Ate a Plumeria: 1. Stay calm and assess the situation: Note the time the cat ate the plant. Estimate how much of the plant was consumed. Observe the cat’s symptoms. … Read more
Pulpo a la Gallega, also known as Galician-style octopus, is a traditional Spanish dish made with boiled octopus served with olive oil, paprika, and salt. While octopus is generally safe for cats to eat, there are some potential hazards to be aware of: 1. Seasonings: Paprika can be mildly toxic to cats in large amounts. … Read more